Glasgow schools and nurseries to close next week amid strike over pay

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Glasgow schools and nurseries to close next week amid strike over pay
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Glasgow City Council has written to parents ahead of the strike on Wednesday, November 1.

Schools across Glasgow are to close next week as support staff go on strike following a pay dispute.

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"The strike involves a high percentage of our Education Services staff and will includesupport for learning workers, escorts, administration staff, catering, janitorial, cleaningservices and school crossing patrollers. "I hope you understand our position and why we must close most of our provision for the planned industrial action. Updates will be posted on the council’s communication channels ahead of the dates and any local arrangements communicated by the school or nursery."

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